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Dorothy J. Thon

March 29, 1955 – January 1, 2025

Reverend Dorothy Jean Thon of Davison, age 69, died Wednesday, January 1, 2025, at her residence.

Dorothy was born in Flint, Michigan , on March 29, 1955, the daughter of the late Johnnie and Mary Mulherin. She married Reverend Duane Thon on September 23, 1993, and he preceded her in death on September 30, 2023.

Dorothy managed Osterman Jewelers in Flint and was a member of the Kiwanis Club. She held a Master’s degree in Divinity and served as a pastor at United Methodist Churches located in Pinconning, Mayville, and Akron. An excellent seamstress, she cherished gardening, painting, traveling, and chasing waterfalls. In 2017, she achieved her bucket list goal of visiting every state in the USA.
 
Surviving are daughter, Christy (Russell) Sommers; six brothers; two sisters and their spouses; and many nieces and nephews.

A funeral service was held at West Court Street Church of God in Flint, Michigan, with Reverend David Mulherin officiating. A burial took place in Great Lakes National Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Whaley Children’s Home, Flint, Michigan.

Arrangements are in the care of Swartz Funeral Home in Flint, MI.

*Thon, Dorothy J – [(RE) PE 2002; FE 2005; RE 2017] Pinconning 2002; Mayville 2007; Bethel (Bass), Akron, Sutton-Sunshine 2011; Retired 2017.

Last Updated on January 21, 2025

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